Chocolate Chip Cookies
Delight in these classic chocolate chip cookies featuring a perfect balance of crispy edges and gooey centers, ideal for any sweet craving or special occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (227g) unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup (165g) packed brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 1/4 cups (280g) all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups (340g) semisweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- Combine the flour, baking soda, and salt in a separate bowl; gradually blend into the creamed mixture.
- Fold in the chocolate chips evenly throughout the dough.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto ungreased baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 9 to 11 minutes or until golden brown around the edges.
- Allow cookies to cool on baking sheets for 2 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
Notes
For extra chewiness, chill the dough for at least 1 hour before baking, and consider adding a sprinkle of flaky sea salt on top before baking for a flavor contrast.